Project Manager - establishment of a New Legal Entity - US Region

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We are seeking a senior-level Project Manager to lead the establishment of a New Legal Entity in the United States. This strategic and complex initiative is part of a global effort. Full availability required during US time zone working hours is required.

This role is mission-critical for our client's organizational growth and carries high visibility. It demands both strategic oversight and hands-on project coordination – from creating documentation and slides to monitoring every project milestone. The ideal candidate will be highly structured, dependable, and capable of navigating sensitive, cross-regional challenges with professionalism and precision.

Requirements

YOU WILL

• Lead end-to-end execution of the NLE project in the US region
• Collaborate with internal PM to align efforts across both NLE workstreams
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams (Finance, IT, HR, Legal, etc.)
• Define project scope, deliverables, critical paths, dependencies, and resource requirements
• Establish and drive Ways of Working (WoW) for the project team and stakeholders
• Organize and lead core team meetings, SteerCo sessions, and follow-ups
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies
• Monitor project health and ensure delivery against quality standards
• Lead planning and oversight of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) – involving 60–70 participants
• Prepare progress updates, documentation, and presentation materials for leadership
• Identify and manage interdependencies across legal, systems, and compliance areas
• Support or lead change management initiatives as needed

YOU NEED

• Proven experience in setting up new legal entities, with a clear understanding of all phases and deliverables
• Strong leadership skills and hands-on delivery capability required
• Strong methodical and detail-oriented approach – the project requires meticulous tracking and structure
• Experience in leading large-scale UAT processes, including participant coordination and monitoring
• Solid knowledge of SAP systems and HR processes related to legal entity setup
• Familiarity with corporate support functions and their role in establishing a new entity (e.g., payroll, accounting, IT systems)
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement, including with senior leadership
• Ability to manage timelines, risks, budgets, and ensure overall delivery quality
• Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams across multiple time zones
• Experience with change management and transition planning will be an advantage
• Strong communication and presentation skills (slide preparation, status reports)

Benefits

• Flexible Work Arrangements: Offer adaptable schedules to maintain work-life balance.
• We work Remotely: Allow you to perform from any location.
• Contract Flexibility: Meet individual preferences with multiple contract models, including employment contract and B2B agreements.
• Attractive Rewards System: Recognize commitment and effort with generous rewards structure.
• Sport Card Benefit: Encourage fitness and wellness with access to multiple sports facilities.
• Private medical care: Prioritize employee health with private world-class medical care.
• Life Insurance: Ensure financial security and preparedness for the future with a robust life insurance plan.
• Employee Referral Program: Recognize talent acquisition contributions with a rewarding referral program.